Pecados y milagros
Lila Downs · 2011
55 min · 14 tracks · folk · regional Mexican
A vibrant fusion of folk rhythms and traditional Mexican sounds, celebrating cultural heritage with heartfelt storytelling.
Pecados y milagros is an album by Lila Downs, released in 2011. A vibrant fusion of folk rhythms and traditional Mexican sounds, celebrating cultural heritage with heartfelt storytelling. 'Pecados y milagros' received critical acclaim, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album and solidifying Downs’ place in modern Latin music. The album's intricate arrangements and poignant lyrics resonated widely, influencing both contemporary folk artists and the broader Mexican music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pecados y milagros sound like?
A vibrant fusion of folk rhythms and traditional Mexican sounds, celebrating cultural heritage with heartfelt storytelling. Rooted in folk and regional Mexican.
What makes Pecados y milagros by Lila Downs notable?
'Pecados y milagros' received critical acclaim, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album and solidifying Downs’ place in modern Latin music. The album's intricate arrangements and poignant lyrics resonated widely, influencing both contemporary folk artists and the broader Mexican music scene. By 2011, Lila Downs had established herself as a prominent figure in regional Mexican music, following her breakthrough album 'Una Sangre' in 2004. 'Pecados y milagros' marks her fifth studio album, showcasing her artistic maturity and expanding her audience with deeper explorations of themes such as identity and spirituality.
How many songs are on Pecados y milagros?
Pecados y milagros has 14 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Mezcalito Standout 4:28
- 2 Tu cárcel Standout 3:44
- 3 Zapata se queda 4:25
- 4 Vámonos 3:32
- 5 Cucurrucucú paloma 4:51
- 6 La reyna del inframundo 3:11
- 7 Fallaste corazón 4:45
- 8 Solamente un día 3:43
- 9 Xochipitzahua 1:13
- 10 Palomo del comalito 4:08
- 11 Dios nunca muere Standout 4:56
- 12 Pecadora 4:08
- 13 Cruz de olvido 4:49
- 14 Misa oaxaqueña 3:24
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
Mexico
Runtime
55 min 17 sec
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